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Sour Cream Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

December 27, 2019 by Kelly 94 Comments

There is something about having one of “those” mornings, you know? It makes you want to jump back in the bed, pull the covers over your head and have a “do-over.” You know what I am talking about, right? When the alarm didn’t go off, the kids won’t get out of bed, the dog is running circles around you wanting to be fed and you cannot find your car keys? Ugh! And forget about making the kids a decent breakfast, right?

If you need a make a head breakfast the kids will love, these Sour Cream Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are perfect!

Make Ahead Muffins Make Mornings Easier

I hate to have the kids go to school on an empty stomach. It leaves them unprepared for a morning of learning before they can eat lunch. When we are in a hurry to get to school, the kids can take one or two of my Sour Cream Lemon Poppy Seed  Muffins. This is a recipe my kids never get tired of and is something I can eat on the go as well. The balance of the tart and sweet is so good! And the sour cream in the recipe makes them super moist! Not only are they easy to make, but are super cheap compared to the grocery store bakery version!

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A Breakfast The Kids Never Get Tired Of

I usually make these Sour Cream Lemon Poppy Seed  Muffins recipe while I am making dinner. After they are cooled, I can keep them in an air tight container or put a few in a Ziploc baggie. As we head out the door for school, the kids can grab a few along with a juice box or container of milk. Another favorite “muffin” we make on busy school nights are my Skinny Meatloaf Cupcakes With Mashed Potato Frosting Recipe. The kids love them and they are so easy to make!

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Sour Cream Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon lemon extract
  • 1 package yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Set oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Spray cupcake pan (or use cupcake liners)
  3. Prepare cake as directed on package for cupcakes except instead of the 3 eggs, use the egg substitute, add 1/4 more water and add the sour cream. Stir poppy seeds, lemon extract and lemon zest into cake mix.
  4. Fill each muffin 2/3 full
  5. Bake 19 to 23 minutes.
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Comments

  1. Robin Rue says

    March 2, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    Those sound really good. I love to grab a muffin in the morning on my way out the door.

    Reply
  2. maria @ close to home says

    March 2, 2015 at 9:29 pm

    I was waiting to see what the secret was, love that it has a cake mix, so easy and I might have one in my cupboard.

    Reply
    • Robin Rue says

      March 2, 2015 at 10:06 pm

      I live the cake mix, too. We have lots of cake mixes in the cabinet!

      Reply
  3. Michele says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:00 pm

    No cake mixes in my pantry-but they are easy enough to buy! These sound really good and filling as well. Much better then going without breakfast as I usually do,

    Reply
  4. House of Faucis says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:12 pm

    What is a poppy seed? I think I’ve heard of these before but I’ve never known what a poppy seed was, Great pictures.

    Reply
  5. Ben Butler says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:12 pm

    Those look delicious! Lemon poppy seed is my favorite, and I’m always sold on quick and easy.

    Reply
  6. redheadbabymama says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:28 pm

    These are making me laugh because I’m thinking about Seinfeld and Elaine with the poppy seeds…. she failed her drug test because of them! 🙂

    Reply
  7. Lorane Rhoden says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:42 pm

    This does remind me of seinfeld …lol . Interesting Recipe I’d like to try to make these one time

    Reply
  8. Cinny says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:45 pm

    Mmm, these are look light and yummy! I would love to snack on one.

    Reply
  9. chubskulit says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:47 pm

    I have never tried using poppy seed in baking sweet treats. Looks super delicious and healthy too!

    Reply
  10. Pam says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:52 pm

    They look delicious! I’ve always loved lemon poppyseed muffins.

    Reply
  11. Olivia Schwab says

    March 2, 2015 at 11:18 pm

    These look amazing! Lemon poppyseed muffins are always a fan favorite! I’ve never made them before but I’ll have to try this recipe soon!

    Reply
  12. Mama to 5 Blessings says

    March 2, 2015 at 11:31 pm

    LOVE Lemon Poppy muffins. The zing and the crunchiness of the poppy goes nice together!

    Reply
  13. shopwithmemamakim says

    March 3, 2015 at 12:00 am

    Yummy! Poppy seed muffins are so good and I have not had one in a while!

    Reply
  14. Saving Common Cents says

    March 3, 2015 at 12:05 am

    Lemon and Poppy seed go so well together! They are my husband’s favorite. I’ll have to surprise him with a batch of these on one of those harder-than-usual mornings!

    Reply
  15. jaimemckee says

    March 3, 2015 at 12:58 am

    I’m definitely pinning this to try. These would be great to make the night before (I’m already in a super rush in the morning.)

    Reply
  16. Liz Mays says

    March 3, 2015 at 1:03 am

    I have such good memories of this type of muffin, I need to make some of these soon!

    Reply
  17. Colleen Shibley says

    March 3, 2015 at 1:20 am

    I don’t know that I’ve ever had a poppy seed before. Might be worth giving it a try.

    Reply
  18. Debi@The Spring Mount 6 Pack says

    March 3, 2015 at 1:44 am

    I love to make muffins for my house because they are quick and easy to take on the go. I will have to give this recipe a try for my family.

    Reply
    • Mama to 5 Blessings says

      March 3, 2015 at 3:06 am

      Me too, when I make them for my kids they scarf them down, blink too long and they are gone!

      Reply
  19. Rebecca Bryant says

    March 3, 2015 at 1:50 am

    How yummy and so perfect for a midmorning snack.

    Reply
  20. Catherine Sargent says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:07 am

    These muffins look really good. I love have simple and easy they are to make.

    Reply
  21. Veronica Solomon says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:11 am

    Yum! These muffins look amazing. I bet they are delicious

    Reply
  22. Sara P. says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:14 am

    Oh yum! My husband would enjoy these for breakfast one morning!

    Reply
  23. blm03 says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:22 am

    These look amazing! I can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
  24. AnExerciseInFrugality says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:10 am

    These look so easy and delicious! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  25. SavvyMomNYC - Ker says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:14 am

    These look like a great breakfast treat. I will have to make them!

    Reply
  26. Echo (The Mad Mommy) says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:19 am

    These look delicious and I love how simple they are. Simple recipes are my favorite.

    Reply
  27. Melissa Vera says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:23 am

    I love that you can make these from a cake mix. These look yummy,

    Reply
  28. CourtneyLynne Storms says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:26 am

    Omg these muffins sound great!!! Love lemon flavored foods 🙂 so yummy!

    Reply
  29. Coach Donna says

    March 3, 2015 at 4:00 am

    Oh wow – Poppy Seed muffins? I love it – I’ve never made them before and now I have your recipe – I can hardly wait! Thank you 🙂

    Reply
  30. TheNewClassy says

    March 3, 2015 at 4:37 am

    These muffins look tasty! I love poppy seeds!

    Reply
  31. Pauline Cabrera says

    March 3, 2015 at 4:57 am

    The muffins look like they have a great texture! I’ve
    always loved lemon chiffon, breads and pastries!

    Reply
  32. Censie 'Mumby' Sawyer says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:09 am

    oh my son would love these! I am going to make them for breakfast!

    Reply
  33. mail4rosey says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:18 am

    This is the perfect light breakfast for days when you’re in a hurry, have a sweet tooth, or just want something light. In fact, they might be good for a midnight snack too (noting to myself that it IS midnight over here 😉 ). These look great. 🙂

    Reply
  34. Crystal says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:40 am

    My parents have a very productive lemon tree, so I’m always searching for lemon recipes. Do you think I could swap lemon juice in?

    Reply
  35. Debbie Denny says

    March 3, 2015 at 6:48 am

    oooo yumm. I think this looks quite tasty.

    Reply
  36. Elizabeth O. says

    March 3, 2015 at 7:22 am

    Ooohh so yummy!!! I always love your recipes, and these
    lemon muffins are no exception!

    Reply
  37. Lisa @Bitesforbabies says

    March 3, 2015 at 12:51 pm

    I have almost the exact same recipe, except I add chia seeds instead of poppy seeds! These look delicious!

    Reply
  38. AJ @ NutriFitMama says

    March 3, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    These are great, and super easy to make to grab on the go with kids. LOVE lemon! 🙂

    Reply
  39. Felissahadas says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:01 pm

    Good morning! If i open my suitcase up and take out a few things do you think you could put a dozen of those lemon poppy seed muffins inside. YUM! I think I would be pretty popular if I arrived at my destination offering gifts!

    Reply
  40. C @ Kid Things says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    I love anything with lemon. I also love how easy they seem to make.

    Reply
  41. Newlywed Survival says

    March 3, 2015 at 2:04 pm

    I think I would add the glaze to the top. These sound so delicious!

    Reply
  42. Jeanine @ sixtimemommy.com says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    Lemon is my absolute favorite. I need to try this. My kids aren’t huge fans so I’ll be able to actually enjoy them, yum!

    Reply
  43. Amy Desrosiers says

    March 3, 2015 at 4:05 pm

    These are a go-to recipe in my home too! I love how yummy they are for breakfast!

    Reply
    • Debbie Lamb says

      March 3, 2015 at 10:01 pm

      I agree Amy hot muffins for breakfast are so good!

      Reply
  44. Krystal says

    March 3, 2015 at 4:36 pm

    I have never had lemon poppy seeds together!! This looks so good and an easy breakfast to make.

    Reply
  45. Kori says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:16 pm

    I absolutely love lemon flavored things. I’ll have to try this sometime soon as I think my s/o’s oldest son would enjoy these as well.

    Reply
  46. Beth says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:24 pm

    Yum! These looks perfect for a quick, light breakfast. Will have to make these!

    Reply
  47. Debbie Lamb says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:56 pm

    I love muffins – these looks delicious. Pinned on my Muffin Board.

    Reply
  48. paulaschuck says

    March 3, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    These look fantastic. I like your cute napkins too. I will make these actually. My entire family would love them I think.

    Reply
  49. shellthings says

    March 3, 2015 at 7:12 pm

    So smart to start with the cake mix as base. Lemon poppyseed muffins are so good!

    Reply
    • Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

      August 4, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      I know! Cake mix as a base is genius! I made these, and they’re fantastic.

      Reply
  50. Janeane Davis says

    March 3, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    These muffins look so good! I really wish I could lick the computer screen and taste them.

    Reply
    • Chrystal M. says

      March 4, 2015 at 4:40 am

      Sometimes I wish we had smell-o-vision.

      Reply
  51. Mistee Dawn says

    March 3, 2015 at 9:23 pm

    Those look so good. And they would be perfect for busy mornings. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  52. Amanda Love says

    March 3, 2015 at 10:15 pm

    Oh these look really good and I just love lemon anything but have never tried it with poppy seeds. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  53. holliepollard says

    March 3, 2015 at 10:16 pm

    Got to love a simple recipe. These look so easy for those jam packed mornings.

    Reply
  54. Chrystal M. says

    March 4, 2015 at 1:21 am

    Oh yummy! Lemon poppy seed muffins are one of my favorites.

    Reply
  55. Gabriel Bregg says

    March 4, 2015 at 3:48 am

    Those do look quick and easy. We do a big breakfast on wednesdays before the kids head to their dad’s for the rest of the week, this will be a fun surprise.

    Reply
  56. Still DatingMySpouse says

    March 4, 2015 at 5:45 am

    I love poppy seed muffins. Never made them homemade so I will have to try this recipe.

    Reply
  57. Tonia Sanders says

    March 4, 2015 at 5:01 pm

    I used to be afraid of poppy seeds, but once I tasted these muffins I was hooked. They are so delicious.

    Reply
  58. Lynn Dee says

    March 4, 2015 at 6:12 pm

    I think I’ve never had poppy seeds. Will check it out. Love how quick and easy your recipe is.

    Reply
  59. Bradley Finnearty says

    March 4, 2015 at 7:13 pm

    Muffins are one of my weaknesses, well most things to eat are. These look really good.

    Reply
  60. yonawilliams says

    March 5, 2015 at 1:16 am

    Lemon poppy seed is one of my favorite muffin flavors. I
    just love the combination of flavors, and even the texture of the seeds when
    biting into one. Yours look very tasty!

    Reply
  61. Saidah Washington says

    March 5, 2015 at 2:14 am

    I love lemon poppyseed muffins I’ve never made them at home but I just like the way the lemon taste with the poppyseeds. I don’t get to eat them nearly enough.

    Reply
  62. Kristin Swenson says

    March 5, 2015 at 2:45 am

    I’ll eat poppy seed anything! Those look crazy delish!

    Reply
  63. Rachee says

    March 5, 2015 at 3:18 pm

    Yum! I love poppy seed muffins. These look delicious

    Reply
  64. Cherri Megasko says

    March 6, 2015 at 5:26 pm

    I love lemon poppy seed muffins! I wish I could convince my husband to try them.

    Reply
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  66. Rachel Ferrucci says

    August 4, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    My family loves muffins for breakfast and for snacking. I’ll have to try these

    Reply
  67. Rachelle says

    August 4, 2016 at 4:33 pm

    OH my goodness these look amazing! These would be perfect on busy school mornings

    Reply
  68. Monica says

    August 4, 2016 at 4:38 pm

    These look so yummy! And are guaranteed to shape the day in a positive way! Pinning for back-to-school – thank you.

    Reply
  69. Kayla @ TheEclecticElement says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:08 pm

    Those sound absolutely mouth-watering! I’ve definitely had those “do-over” mornings and a little treat like this would make it just that much better. Can you tell I’m food oriented? LOL

    Reply
  70. Pam says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    Lemon poppyseed muffins are so good. These look really yummy. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.

    Reply
  71. Lindsey Paris says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:13 pm

    Poppy seed muffins will forever remind me of Elaine on Seinfeld! THE POPPIES! 🙂

    Reply
  72. Brandy says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    These look delicious! I love poppy seed muffins so I’ll have to try them!

    Reply
  73. Lisa Joy Thompson says

    August 4, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    These lemon poppy seed muffins sound delicious! My go-to muffin for the fam is gluten-free coffee cake muffins!

    Reply
  74. Amber Nelson says

    August 4, 2016 at 9:31 pm

    My daughter’s favorite is lemon poppy seed. I’m going to try this recipe for her.

    Reply
  75. Ann Bacciaglia says

    August 5, 2016 at 12:24 am

    These look so delicious and easy to make. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make some this weekend.

    Reply
  76. Melisasource says

    August 5, 2016 at 12:42 am

    Those look tasty. I will have to try that recipe out for sure.

    Reply
  77. Akhil Sharma says

    August 5, 2016 at 6:20 am

    Lemon poppy seed muffins; sounds too unique and creative. My cravenness is increased after seeing these pictures.. I am going to try this recipe very soon

    Reply
  78. mary says

    August 5, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    I love adding sour cream to muffins. It makes them so much more moist than without!

    Reply
  79. Crystal says

    August 6, 2016 at 12:17 am

    This is so perfect for busy mornings. I love that you used a box of cake mix to cut down on the prep time.

    Reply
  80. Lisa Rios says

    August 6, 2016 at 8:42 am

    I always try out different snacks every week & muffins have always been a great choice as well. These lemon poppy seed muffins looks absolutely delicious and I love that they are so easy to do as well. Would love to give it a try!

    Reply
  81. Nikki Wayne says

    August 6, 2016 at 9:05 am

    What an interesting flavor. I want to try this, I am used with the usual muffins but it is so exciting to try another one.

    Reply
  82. Katherine G says

    August 6, 2016 at 1:16 pm

    These muffins look so delicious. I would love to start my morning off with some of these.

    Reply
  83. nathalie porbes says

    August 7, 2016 at 9:50 am

    I bet my son would love this for sure.

    Reply
  84. Nicole Escat says

    August 8, 2016 at 1:26 am

    I have some lemons at the ref. I will try this recipe, this is very interesting.

    Reply
  85. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says

    August 8, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    They look very delectable! It does sound perfect to make these while preparing dinner, I guess that’s my kind of meal succession.

    Reply
  86. mycraftingworld says

    May 21, 2017 at 6:25 am

    I was interested in make these but thinking I may not have everything needed. Then I read they are made with a cake mix… I thought “How easy and smart”. This is such a nice shortcut. Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply
  87. Sarah L says

    July 1, 2018 at 10:24 pm

    I like the flavors in these muffins. It’s always good to have a quick grab when you’re in a hurry.

    Reply
  88. Mary Songer says

    July 10, 2018 at 12:24 am

    These look super easy and quick to make. Not to mention at a very reasonable cost. If you time it right you can get cake mixes for under a dollar each.

    Reply
  89. Lynne B says

    August 16, 2018 at 12:46 pm

    My kids love corn muffins. I would make them for an easy breakfast. I also used to make breakfast burritos and wrap them in plastic for them to warm up in the morning.

    Reply

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